Tony Evans' Sermons on Oneplace.com
717 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 7.8K ratingsThe Urban Alternative is the national ministry of Dr. Tony Evans and is dedicated to restoring hope and transforming lives through the proclamation and application of the Word of God.
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Lessons from My Mom (Jonathan Evans)
November 07, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Over the last months, a lot has changed in the way we live our day-to-day lives. Jonathan Evans will remind us that the most important things of all haven’t changed. Don’t miss this look at why our goal is much bigger than surviving the crisis were in.
How to Cope with Loss (Dr. Evans)
November 05, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 There comes a time in each of our lives when God somehow disappoints us. In this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will explore how should we respond when it feels as though that’s happened. Don’t miss this powerful look at how to cope with loss.
Strength in your Struggles (Dr. Evans)
November 04, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Everybody knows that exercise builds strength. But Dr. Tony Evans says there’s an even better kind of strength we get when we do less, not more. Discover how do find strength in the face of life’s toughest struggles.
A Death Worth Dying (Dr. Evans)
November 03, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Dr. Tony Evans’ wife passed away in 2019 after battling a rare form of cancer. Just days later, he was back in the pulpit sharing what had to be one of the hardest messages he ever preached. Hear what he had to say in a powerful and personal lesson on what the Bible says about life and death.
Maximizing Your Potential
October 26, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 You know what your salvation does for you. But what’s it doing for the kingdom? Join Dr. Tony Evans as he shows us how the Lord has packed each of us with potential, but it’s up to us to unpack it and put it to work.
Ephesus: The Loveless Church
October 25, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Over time, our love for God either tends to grow more rich or more routine. But Dr. Tony Evans says that when that second one happens, it not only leaves our hearts empty, it leaves our churches empty, too. Join him as he shows us how we can find our way back to our first love.
In the Midst of the Mundane
October 24, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 People don’t mind being stuck in a rut as long as the rut is comfortable and familiar. But in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans says that the Lord may have something bigger and better in store for you something that’ll light a fire under your faith. Discover the difference God can make in the midst of mundane life.
From Grace to Race
October 22, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Everybody’s got a theory about how to deal with the issue of racism in our country. But in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans says the only way we’ll ever solve the problem of skin is to deal with the problem of sin. Join him for this eye-opening look at the connection between race and grace.
In the Midst of the Mundane
October 21, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 People don’t mind being stuck in a rut as long as the rut is comfortable and familiar. But in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans says that the Lord may have something bigger and better in store for you something that’ll light a fire under your faith. Discover the difference God can make in the midst of mundane life.
Praying for Change
October 20, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 If God already knows what’s going to happen in the future, what’s the point of praying for things to change? Find out why as Dr. Tony Evans takes a look at when and why the Lord chooses to be flexible.
Whole Lot of Shaking Going On
October 18, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 When an earthquake shakes things up, it can cause death and destruction. But Dr. Tony Evans explains that when God shakes things up, it's often the first step toward deliverance, healing, and restoration. Join him for this look at some good news for those in turmoil.
Paradise Restored
October 17, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Dr. Tony Evans says a confused man is the beginning of a confused family. But in this lesson, he explains that if you want to bring your family into focus, you need to start by getting some clear direction from the Lord.
Divine Reversals
October 14, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 We're all comfortable with the idea of the Lord getting us out of trouble. But in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will talk about what may be happening when God intentionally lets us get into it.
How to Understand a Thorn
October 13, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Even if your life is coming up roses, you'll get your share of thorns to go along with them. Join Dr. Tony Evans as he explains that you get them for a reason and talk about the specific ways that we can deal with the discomfort they cause while they're doing their God-appointed work.
Overcoming Emotional Strongholds
October 11, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 God gave us emotions for a reason and they’re a big part of what makes us human. But Dr. Tony Evans says they also make us vulnerable, and in this lesson, he’ll talk about how to find healthy ways to reconcile our feelings and our faith.
Others: The Triumph of Faith, Part 2
October 10, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 The Bible tells us that faith is the evidence of things we don’t see. Join Dr. Tony Evans as he reviews some of that evidence as he brings us a lesson about the kinds of trials and triumphs we experience when we truly believe. Discover the kind of power God only gives us when we’re powerless.
Never Give Up, Part 2
October 08, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 We can’t just ignore the struggles we face in life. But Dr. Tony Evans explains why those realities are also reminders that we can trust the Lord to carry us through, no matter what. Find the strength you need to hold on when you feel like giving up.
Never Give Up, Part 1
October 07, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Sometimes, it feels like life slaps us down so hard, there’s no chance we’re getting back up. But in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will explain why there’s always hope while God is part of the equation as he talks about what it takes to revive defeated Christians.
Others: The Triumph of Faith, Part 2
October 06, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 The Bible tells us that faith is the evidence of things we don’t see. Join Dr. Tony Evans as he reviews some of that evidence as he brings us a lesson about the kinds of trials and triumphs we experience when we truly believe. Discover the kind of power God only gives us when we’re powerless.
Others: The Triumph of Faith, Part 1
October 05, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Dr. Tony Evans says that too many people believe that what they’ve done in their past has canceled out what God can do in their future. But in this lesson, Dr. Evans tells us a story that demonstrates what a dangerous lie that really is. You’ll also find out why deliverance only results from a certain kind of faith.
Rahab: The Deliverance of Faith
October 04, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Dr. Tony Evans says that too many people believe that what they’ve done in their past has canceled out what God can do in their future. But in this lesson, Dr. Evans tells us a story that demonstrates what a dangerous lie that really is. You’ll also find out why deliverance only results from a certain kind of faith.
Israel: The Risk of Faith, Part 2
October 03, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Your path through life can take you to some pretty dark placesso dark that you can’t even see where you’re going. Dr. Tony Evans says that’s when faith may feel like the biggest gamble you’ve ever taken. Join him as he talks about why it’s always a sure thing to pin your future to the belief that God is telling the truth.
Israel: The Risk of Faith, Part 2
October 01, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Your path through life can take you to some pretty dark placesso dark that you can’t even see where you’re going. Dr. Tony Evans says that’s when faith may feel like the biggest gamble you’ve ever taken. Join him as he talks about why it’s always a sure thing to pin your future to the belief that God is telling the truth.
Israel: The Risk of Faith, Part 1
September 30, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Making choices isn’t so bad when you have all the information you need to weigh your options. But when you’re pinning your future to nothing more than blind trust, it’s another story. The Bible calls that faith, and in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will explain why it’s a gamble that always pays off.
Moses: The Choices of Faith
September 29, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Life is all about making decisions. Some are obvious and easy; others are more difficultand costly. Dr. Tony Evans says that faith usually falls in that second category, and in this lesson, he’ll offer us some biblical advice about making wise choices.
The Patriarchs: The Legacy of Faith, Part 2
September 28, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 When our lives are over, it’s up to our children to carry on our name. But Dr. Tony Evans explains why they should be carrying on something else as well. Join him in this look at the importance of passing on a legacy of faith to future generations.
Sarah: The Power of Faith, Part 2
September 22, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 It’s pretty crazy to think we can do anything better than God. But Dr. Tony Evans says that many of us act as if we canespecially when we’re up against a challenge. Find out how the Lord responds when we insist on moving forward without His supernatural help in this lesson.
Sarah: The Power of Faith, Part 1
September 21, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 For some of us, it takes all the faith we can muster to trust God to do something unlikely. In this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will talk to us about what happens when the answer we need is downright impossible as we take a look at the power of faith.
Abraham: The Pilgrimage of Faith, Part 2
September 20, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Following God’s direction may take us into unfamiliar territory. But Dr. Tony Evans explains how important it is to keep something familiar in our sight, no matter how much the scenery around us may change. Join him for this special look at keeping our eyes on eternity as we navigate our way through life.
Abel: The Worship of Faith, Part 1
September 19, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Dr. Tony Evans says that the kind of worship God gets isn’t always the kind he wants. In this lesson, he’ll explain the difference that made in the lives of two Bible charactersand the difference it can make to you. Discover why the quality of your worship reflects the level of your devotion.
Abraham: The Pilgrimage of Faith, Part 1
September 17, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 One of the toughest things to do in the Christian life is nothingto wait patiently on God and trust him while we do what we do. Well, that’s exactly what you’ll learn about in this lesson as Dr. Tony Evans talks about following God beyond the unlikely to the impossible.
Noah: The Obedience of Faith, Part 2
September 16, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 When God gives us our marching orders, the idea is to start marching. But Dr. Tony Evans says that’s not always what we do, and in this lesson, he’ll explain why busyness is no substitute for obedience.
Noah: The Obedience of Faith, Part 1
September 15, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 When God tells us to do something we would’ve done anyway, it’s pretty easy to obey. But what about when the Lord’s instructions are a little bit out there or take us beyond our comfort zone? That’s what Dr. Tony Evans will talk to us about as he takes a look at the life of Noah.
Enoch: The Walk of Faith, Part 2
September 14, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 If you want to walk with God, you’ve got to be willing to go where he goes. Join Dr. Tony Evans as he tells us about a man who did exactly that. Find out how that intimate relationship changed his life and how it can change yours.
Enoch: The Walk of Faith, Part 1
September 13, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Dr. Tony Evans says that Christianity isn’t just something you believe, it’s something you aresomething that’s expressed in every aspect of your life. Join him as he explains why the further we move in that direction, the clearer our vision becomes.
Concept of Faith, Part 1
September 12, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 When the road gets tough, it helps to hear about people who went before us and made the trip successfully. That’s why in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will start a new series packed with stories of faith heroes who ran the race of life and won, no matter how many times they fell down along the way.
Abel: The Worship of Faith, Part 2
September 10, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Two men, each seeking God’s approval through worship. One gets it; the other doesn’tand the consequences are deadly. This is why Dr. Tony Evans will explain in this lesson what made the difference and what the Bible teaches us about the link between faith and worship.
Concept of Faith, Part 2
September 08, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Jesus said we could do anything if we trust him enough. But Dr. Tony Evans says that can be hard when the problems and pressures of life keep piling up. Well, in this lesson, he’ll have some encouragement for you as he takes a look at the concept of faith.
The Road to Life
September 06, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 In college, many classes won’t let you in until you’ve taken other classes. They’re called prerequisites. They focus on foundational stuff you have to know before moving on. Join Dr. Tony Evans as he explains why spiritual growth often works the same way. It’s part of what he calls a divine reset.
Never Give Up
September 03, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Sometimes, it feels like life slaps us down so hard, there’s no chance we’re getting back up. But in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will explain why there’s always hope while God is part of the equation as he talks about what it takes to revive defeated Christians.
Reviving Defeated Christians
September 02, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 There are times when the going gets so tough we’re tempted to throw in the towel and say, I quit. But in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will talk about steps we can take to keep us moving past the problems in our way. Learn to see your realities as reminders of why your faith is so important.
Time to Grow Up
September 01, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 The birth of a baby is amazing, but it's just the beginning of the story. Join Dr. Tony Evans as he explains that the same is true with spiritual "newborns" in this lesson on what it takes to move a Christian from maternity to maturity.
Absolute Surrender
August 30, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Dr. Tony Evans says that many people worship a designer deity, a God who conforms to their standards more than they do to his. But in this lesson, he’ll explain why we need to come to the Lord on His terms, not ours, and talk about the benefits and difficulties of absolute surrender.
Unapologetic
August 29, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 When we’ve done something wrong, the right thing to do is apologize. But when we’ve done something right like confessing our allegiance to Christ Dr. Tony Evans says it’s a different story. Join him in this lesson as he’ll explain what it means to be an unapologetic Christian, loyal to Christ even when it cuts across the grain of our culture.
Spiritually Confused Christians
August 26, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Trying to listen to too many voices at once isn’t a formula for communication, but confusion. Dr. Tony Evans says that’s a common symptom among modern-day believers trying to follow their culture, their desires, and their Savior all at the same time. Learn how to clear away clouded thinking and develop a single-minded focus on your faith when you join Dr. Tony Evans in this lesson.
Redefining Success
August 25, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Society’s view of success usually boils down to a list of things we ought to have. But, in this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans will explain why spiritual success is becoming what God wants us to be. Discover how the Lord can use the growth in your life to carry out his agenda.
A Time for New Wine, Part 2
August 24, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Anybody who’s watched a home improvement show knows that sometimes, remodeling isn’t enough. Rebuilding is the only answer. In this lesson, Dr. Tony Evans explains why the same is true if we’ve built our lives on religious traditions instead of a personal relationship with Jesus.
A Time for New Wine, Part 1
August 23, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Salvation is a gift, but it comes with a responsibility: to pass along the good news we responded to ourselves. Join Dr. Tony Evans as he helps us explore ways to do that and shows us the amazing blessings in store for us when we faithfully share Christ.
Sharing the Good News
August 20, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 Salvation is a gift, but it comes with a responsibility: to pass along the good news we responded to ourselves. Join Dr. Tony Evans as he helps us explore ways to do that and shows us the amazing blessings in store for us when we faithfully share Christ.
Jehovah Nissi: The Lord's Banner of Victory
August 02, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/222/29 For too many people, there is "church life" and "real life"two different realities that weaken our faith and perpetuate our problems. Join Dr. Tony Evans as he explains how that can change when God becomes our "banner of victory." It’s a look at what happens when the Lord’s power invades our earthly situation.